At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nursery room, manage staff, and create engaging learning experiences for children.
- Company: Join a supportive nursery with a focus on child development and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private GP access, mental health support, and birthday off.
- Other info: Enjoy discounts and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in childcare.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in a nursery setting required.
The predicted salary is between 26582 - 32490 £ per year.
Role Overview
- Job Title: Room Leader (with potential to move into the management team in the future)
- Annual Salary: £28,496 (approx.)
- Hours per Week: 40 hours
- Responsible To: Management Team
Role Summary & Main Responsibilities
- Be responsible for the running of a room/age group within the nursery, managing room staff, delegating tasks, allocating breaks, identifying training needs, and maintaining required room ratios (with support from senior management).
- Plan, deliver, and track assessments for the room/age group (with staff support), creating fun, engaging learning experiences while ensuring high educational standards and learning routines are maintained.
- Work closely with the Manager, other room leaders, and room staff, attending regular meetings and passing on important information.
- Interact with, supervise, and ensure the safety and happiness of all children, sharing full responsibility for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.
- Act as a Key Worker, maintaining dedicated responsibility for a key group's learning, assessments, next steps, and daily welfare, while supporting all children across the nursery.
- Build strong relationships and regularly communicate with parents and carers (especially those in your key group), actively participating in parent consultations.
- Assist with the preparation, cleaning, and maintenance of nursery equipment and learning areas.
- Assist with mealtime routines (snack and lunch), including dishing up, food preparation (requires Food Safety qualification), clearing away, and supporting children with eating.
- Provide direct care and attend to children’s individual toileting, diaper changing, feeding, and comforting needs depending on age.
- Adhere strictly to all 1st Class Day Nursery policies and procedures, working in accordance with the Child Protection Act, health and safety legislation, Ofsted guidelines, and National Standards.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
- Essential: Early Years / Child Care Level 3 or higher qualification (or equivalent)
- Essential: GCSE Maths & English (Grade C/4 or above)
- Essential: Paediatric First Aid
- Essential: Safeguarding Level 2
- Desirable: Food Safety (Level 1 or 2)
- Desirable: Safeguarding Level 3
- Desirable: Interest in gaining further qualifications in childcare
- Evidence Required: Certificates & CV
Skills & Abilities
- Essential: Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Essential: Excellent interpersonal skills to interact well with young children and parents
- Essential: Ability to create fun and engaging learning experiences for children
- Desirable: A personal hobby or skill that relates to children's development (e. g., sports, crafts)
- Evidence Required: CV, Interview & Qualifications/Training
Experience
- Essential: A minimum of 2 years' experience working in a nursery or EYFS setting
- Essential: Experience in planning and assessing in line with the EYFS framework
- Essential: Experience working within a Key Worker system
- Desirable: Experience managing or supervising staff
- Desirable: Experience teaching children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
- Evidence Required: CV, Interview & References
- Knowledge
- Essential: Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and early learning expectations
- Essential: Strong knowledge of how to plan, assess, and deliver activities in an EYFS setting
- Desirable: Knowledge of phonics and school readiness goals
- Evidence Required: CV & Interview
- Disposition & Personal Qualities
- Essential: Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
- Essential: Good team player who enjoys working with children and supporting their development
- Desirable: Enjoys being active and outdoors
- Desirable: Creative thinker
- Evidence Required: CV, Interview & References
- Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
- 24/7 Private GP Access: Available for you and members of your household.
- Mental Health & Wellbeing: Access to trained wellbeing and counselling practitioners.
- Birthday Off: Enjoy an additional day off for your birthday because you deserve it!
- Childcare Discount: Available on top of any government funding you receive.
- Perks at Work: Access to discounts across a wide range of retail, leisure, and everyday categories.
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Room Leader in Lewes employer: HealthJobs4U Ltd
At Banana Moon, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing work environment where Room Leaders can thrive. With competitive pay, a commitment to professional development, and a strong focus on creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children, our team members are empowered to lead with confidence and inspire excellence in early years education. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of families and children within our vibrant community.
We think you need these skills to ace Room Leader in Lewes
Early Years / Child Care Level 3 or higher qualification
Paediatric First Aid
Safeguarding Level 2
Food Safety (Level 1 or 2)
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to create fun and engaging learning experiences
Experience in planning and assessing in line with the EYFS framework
